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A celebrated Black-owned queer cocktail bar centred on women, community and exceptional drinks.
Nobody’s Darling is an inclusive queer cocktail bar on West Balmoral Avenue in Chicago’s Andersonville neighbourhood. Co-owned by Angela Barnes and Renauda Riddle, the venue was created as a women-centred space where queer women, femmes and the wider LGBTQ+ community could feel comfortable and welcome. Cocktails are at the heart of the experience. The menu combines elevated classics with original drinks inspired by notable women of colour, alongside wine, beer and thoughtfully made low-alcohol and alcohol-free options. Nobody’s Darling was recognised as a finalist for the 2022 James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program. The atmosphere is polished but relaxed rather than club-like, making it suitable for dates, drinks with friends and smaller celebrations. Its changing calendar includes DJs, mixers, viewing parties and events serving different parts of Chicago’s queer community. VIP booth and high-table reservations are available, while larger private events can be arranged directly with the venue. Check the official website for the current cocktail menu, event calendar and opening hours before visiting.
An upbeat yet intimate queer cocktail bar with attentive drinks, comfortable seating and a diverse crowd. Expect conversation and cocktails rather than a large dance-floor nightclub.
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Nobody’s Darling
1744 West Balmoral Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
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